High practical relevance

Geosciences do not only take place in the lecture hall, but also outside or in the laboratory. On field trips, in field practicals and in laboratories, you will learn how to apply theoretical knowledge in practice and gain an insight into current projects.

Networked thinking

Air, water, soil, rock - the aim of geosciences is to understand the earth system as a whole. In order to understand the interactions between the different spheres and how they are influenced by humans, this degree program teaches you to think in a networked way and to combine scientific and social science working methods.

Diverse career prospects

Studying geosciences opens up a wide range of career opportunities, be it in environmental, nature, water, soil and climate protection, planning or materials research. The activities are varied and differ depending on the specialization chosen in the studies.

Current learning content

Fundamental knowledge about the earth system is taught in the lectures. The latest research findings are incorporated to explain current events. Because our environment is constantly changing.

Personal support

Benefit from personal exchanges between students and lecturers during your studies. The atmosphere among students is good, they know each other and support each other. Exchanges with lecturers are also easy, as distances are short and there is always a pending ear for students' concerns.

Study in Basel

Basel is an ideal place for studies: housing is affordable, the university can be reached by bike or public transport within a short time and there is always a lot going on culturally. You can quickly travel abroad or get a taste of "international" life at other universities via EUCOR in Freiburg i.Br., Karlsruhe, Strasbourg or Mulhouse.

Key data

DegreeBachelor's degree
TypeDegree program
Start dateFall semester
Regular periods of studies6 semesters
Credits180
Course languageGerman

Admission requirements

Information on admissions: https://www.unibas.ch/admission

Dates and deadlines

All dates of the University of Basel

Responsible faculty

Faculty of Science

Studiengangsekretariat Geowissenschaften
Yvonne Steiner Ly
Klingelbergstr. 27, 1. St., Zi. 1-04
4056 Basel
Mo-Fr von 9:00-12:15 Uhr 
Sprechstunden nach Vereinbarung

Tel: +41 (0)61 207 36 45